Breastfeeding allows you and your baby to emotionally bond in a special way. It also delivers a wide range of health benefits. The American Academy of Pediatrics and the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology both recommend exclusively breastfeeding for the first six months of a baby’s life. The AAP also recommends continuing breastfeeding in combination with solid food through 1 year of age and beyond.

At Palo Alto Medical Foundation, we are committed to helping mothers who want to breastfeed.

We offer breastfeeding support services including:

• Childbirth classes that include training on breastfeeding.
• Phone advice line, (831) 477-2229, for breastfeeding questions.
• Breastfeeding classes.
• Rental of breast pumps.

We also have lactation consultants who provide one-on-one support at these locations:

Fremont Center – (510) 498-2800

Milvia Care Center, Berkeley – (510) 204-5600

Palo Alto Center – (650) 967-8715

Sunnyvale Center – (650) 934-7455

Sutter Maternity and Surgery Center of Santa Cruz – (831) 477-2229

Review our complete offering of breastfeeding classes.